at the moment
US
UK
- Adverb
- At this time; now
A1Morebaby
US /ˈbeɪbi/
UK /ˈbeɪbi/
- Countable Noun
- A very young child, who cannot yet speak
- Transitive Verb
- To treat someone as if they were newly born
A2Morebother
US /ˈbɑðɚ/
UK /'bɒðə(r)/
- Transitive Verb
- To cause problems, concerns or worry for someone
- To take the trouble to do something
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Problems, concern or worry for someone
- A disturbance; trouble
A2TOEICMorebuddy
US /ˈbʌdi/
UK /'bʌdɪ/
- Countable Noun
- Friend, usually male
- A term of address, often used informally.
B2Morecheery
US /ˈtʃɪri/
UK /ˈtʃɪəri/
- Adjective
- Bright and pleasant
A2Moredude
US /dud, djud/
UK /du:d/
- Noun
- Form of address for a man
- (informal) A man; a fellow.
- Interjection
- (informal) Used as a term of address, often between men.
B2Morefavor
US /ˈfevɚ/
UK /'feɪvə/
- Noun
- Support or approval from people
- Small gift given out at a party
- Transitive Verb
- To prefer or promote over another
A2Moregimme
US /ˈɡɪmi/
UK /ˈgɪmi/
- Transitive Verb
- Shortened form of 'give me'
B2Moregoing on
US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/
UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/
- Phrasal Verb
- To continue doing something
- To happen (usually negative)
A1Moretalk about it
US /tɔk əˈbaʊt ɪt/
UK /tɔ:k əˈbaut it/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To discuss a particular subject.
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Vocabulary
- going on: To continue doing something
- talk about it: To discuss a particular subject.
- at the moment: At this time; now
- dude: Form of address for a man
- good: Proper, appropriate or right
- favor: Support or approval from people
- bother: To cause problems, concerns or worry for someone
- buddy: Friend, usually male
- talk: Style of speaking
- man: Humans in general, including male and female
- hey: What you say when you want someone's attention
- music: Sounds that are sung or played to give pleasure
- baby: A very young child, who cannot yet speak
- happy: Feeling pleasure or joy; glad
- smile: To put up the corners of mouth to show happiness
- Monday: Second day of the week; the day after Sunday
- cheery: Bright and pleasant
- gimme: Shortened form of 'give me'
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She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.
Vocabulary
- brave
adj. Having courage
- comfort zone
phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe
Explanation
a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step".
forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead".
The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.
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brave
US/brev/
UK/breɪv/
adj.Brave
v.t.To bravely face
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Day In The Life: A Man vs A Woman
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Jean Chen posted on 2015/12/18Ever wondered how a typical day unfolds differently for men and women? This video dives into relatable daily scenarios with simple, everyday language, perfect for practicing practical English in a fun, conversational way. You'll pick up on natural dialogue and common phrases used in everyday life!
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